Lined up side by side like the row pictured here, Cuban link bracelets can look deceptively similar — but the gap in what they're actually worth can be enormous. Here's what really moves the number.
Why Width Matters More Than Length
Cuban link bracelets run anywhere from a slim 4mm up to a heavy 12mm-plus, and that width is the biggest driver of gold weight — and therefore price. A row of bracelets like the ones pictured here, all roughly the same wrist length, can vary wildly in what they're worth simply because the link thickness (and gold content) is so different.
Length adjusts the total slightly, but it's the width and karat doing most of the work in the final number.
Solid Links vs. Hollow Links
Just like chains, bracelets come in solid and hollow construction, and the difference in gold weight — and resale value — between the two is significant even at the same visual width. We check this with a quick heft and flex test before weighing.
Box Clasps, Safety Chains, and Extras
Box clasps and safety chains are usually gold and get included in the total weight. If there's a diamond-set clasp or lock, we evaluate the stones separately from the gold itself so you're paid fairly for both.
What to Expect When You Bring One In
We weigh the bracelet, confirm the karat stamp (or test it if it's worn), and quote based on the day's gold spot price — cash, on the spot, no appointment needed.